Why Study Education 6-8 Middle School Social Studies
Students who have interdisciplinary interests will benefit from this program, especially those who have interests in one or more of the following areas: history, geography, civics/political science, and economics, as well as many other fields. This program is part of the degree programs offered by the nationally recognized Eriksson College of Education at Austin Peay State University. The Eriksson College of Education has specialized accreditation from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). This program prepares you for passing the applicable licensure exam(s).
The 6-8 Middle School (Social Studies) Licensure Program at APSU provides comprehensive coursework in teacher career and self-development that integrates courses in the general education core, the major, and the professional education courses to prepare you for teacher licensure. This program prepares candidates to teach social studies in grades 6-8. This program meets all state standards. Courses in the major/concentration include methods courses with required field experience in grades 6-8. This program gives teacher candidates the skills and knowledge to be able to (1) teach the interdisciplinary field of social studies to middle school students, (2) design and implement formative and summative assessment of learning that also informs teaching practice, (3) manage the middle school classroom, and (4) design and implement inclusive instruction that fosters communication, critical thinking skills, teamwork, and technology-enhanced learning across the core content areas of history, geography, civics, and economics at the middle grades level.
What Will I Learn?
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Teach the interdisciplinary field of social studies to middle school students.
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Design and implement formative and summative assessment of learning that also informs teaching practice.
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A broad overview of the concepts, theories, and application of education and adolescent development unique to the needs of middle grades students.
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Manage the middle school classroom.
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Design and implement instruction across the core content areas of history, geography, civics, and economics at the middle grades level.
Program Information
6-8 Middle School (Social Studies) Program Requirements
Education: 6-8 Middle School (Social Studies) Sample 4 Year Plan
Professional Licensure Disclosure
Students should be aware that licensure and certification requirements vary from state to state and are subject to change. Licensing agencies or boards also may have requirements in addition to an earned degree. APSU recommends that students who are not Tennessee residents or who plan to seek licensure or certification outside the state of Tennessee contact the appropriate licensing agency or board before they enroll in an academic program designed to lead to licensure or certification and discuss their plans with an advisor.
Please visit the Professional Licensure Disclosure webpage to review specific licensure information for your state and academic program.
